Darya Fomina

Economy and Finance Columnist

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Covers economic topics at XAB.info. She received her higher education at a polytechnic university with a degree related to accounting, so she treats numbers without enthusiasm or panic: first the report and methodology, then the conclusions.

She writes about exchange rates, prices, taxes, banks, and how government and corporate decisions affect the average person's wallet. She is also interested in society, fashion, and consumer habits — how economics looks in everyday life.

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Articles

Installment payments as a planning tool: how Ukrainians use pay-in-parts without harming their budget

Economy 07/09/2026, 22:59

📊 Installment payments are not just a way to buy on credit, but a planning tool. 85% of clients return to it again. How not to overload the budget and maintain a credit history? 👇 #finance #installments #budget

Rock Ballad Legend Bonnie Tyler Has Passed Away: Farewell to the Voice That Conquered the World

Culture 07/09/2026, 22:56

Rock ballad legend Bonnie Tyler, author of hits "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and "Holding Out for a Hero," has passed away. The singer died at the age of 76 in a hospital in Portugal, where she was undergoing treatment for a serious illness. 🕊️🎤

Oil surges amid escalation: US strikes on Iran and threat to the Strait of Hormuz

Economy 07/09/2026, 22:39

Oil prices surged by 1.2% following new US strikes on Iran. Donald Trump announced the end of the ceasefire, and tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has effectively halted. Markets fear a supply shortage. 🛢️📉🚫

Installment Market in Ukraine: Forecast for the Second Half of 2026 and the Impact of Security Factors

Economy 07/09/2026, 22:29

📈 The installment market in Ukraine will continue to grow in the second half of 2026. 🏦 Banks forecast increased demand for installment payments due to exchange rates, inflation, and the security situation. 🔌 Generators and climate equipment will become popular categories.

Installment plans as a planning tool: how Ukrainians are changing habits in 2026

Economy 07/09/2026, 21:49

📈 In the first half of 2026, Ukrainians started taking installment plans more often — a growth of 5–7%. Now it is not just a way to buy electronics, but a budget planning tool: from renovation to household services. 💳 More than 85% of clients return to installment payments again.

Dollar and Euro are weakening: current buying and selling rates in Ukrainian banks on July 9

Economy 07/09/2026, 21:46

The dollar and euro continue to weaken in the Ukrainian market: the hryvnia maintains its position. 📉 We analyze the current buying and selling rates in PrivatBank, Oschadbank, PUMB, and Monobank for July 9. 💸

Denial of subsidy from 2026: full list of reasons from the Pension Fund of Ukraine

Economy 07/09/2026, 20:42

The Pension Fund of Ukraine has named the reasons for refusing a housing subsidy in 2026. Refusal is possible in case of large expenditures, ownership of a new car, alimony debts, or lack of official income. 🏠💸🚫

Uzhhorod has become one of the most expensive cities in Ukraine: housing prices are breaking records

Economy 07/09/2026, 20:39

🏠 Uzhhorod has become one of the most expensive cities in Ukraine: prices for renting and buying housing are breaking records. One-bedroom apartments are already more expensive than in Kyiv, and new buildings have risen by 8%. 🔥 #Uzhhorod #RealEstate #HousingPrices

An empty apartment is not a reason for a zero bill: what you must pay and what can be disconnected

Economy 07/09/2026, 20:22

An empty apartment does not exempt you from paying for heating and building maintenance, but some services can be disconnected. A lawyer explains how to legally "freeze" bills for water and electricity if you are away for a long time. 🏠💸

Pension arithmetic: which supplements in Ukraine can be received simultaneously

Economy 07/09/2026, 20:12

Many mistakenly believe that only one supplement can be added to a pension. We examine which payments in Ukraine are cumulative and which replace each other, and how to receive the due money in 2026. 💰🇺🇦

Kazakh court annuls ruling to seize $1.4 billion from Gazprom in favor of Naftogaz

Economy 07/09/2026, 18:29

A Kazakh court has annulled the ruling to seize $1.4 billion from Gazprom in favor of Naftogaz 🇰🇿🇺🇦. Previously, the AIFC court allowed the enforcement of the arbitral award, but it has now lost its legal force. The Kazakh Ministry of Justice had previously stated it would not enforce it due to lack of jurisdiction and the Russian side's non-participation. ⚖️💸

Restoring Ukraine: Business and Government Discuss Tax Reforms and EU Integration at Kyiv Forum

Economy 07/09/2026, 18:13

A forum on restoring Ukraine took place in Kyiv, where the government and business discussed tax reforms and EU integration. Danylo Hetmantsev stated that new incentives are impossible during wartime but confirmed the course of adapting legislation to EU norms. 🇺🇦🤝🇪🇺

Ban on fuel export and import: Russia changes strategy amid shortage

Economy 07/09/2026, 17:34

Alexander Novak announced a complete ban on diesel exports in Russia and the start of fuel imports. The government is postponing refinery repairs to cover the domestic shortage amid strikes on energy infrastructure and tankers. 🛢️🚫

What's on the shelves: food prices in Ukrainian supermarkets on July 8

Economy 07/09/2026, 17:09

Price overview in Ukrainian supermarkets on July 8: where did oil get more expensive, and where did cheap loaves of bread return? 🍞🥚 We analyze current rates in ATB, Silpo, Novus, and Auchan. 📉🛒

Oleg Zagorodny Criticizes Natalka Denysenko and Yuri Savransky for "Undermining" the Acting Profession

Culture 07/09/2026, 16:44

Oleg Zagorodny harshly criticized Natalka Denysenko and Yuri Savransky for "undermining" the acting profession and excessive media presence. The actor was outraged that the entrepreneur gets roles thanks to his connection with the star, displacing professionals. 🔥🎬

Hryvnia strengthens: dollar and euro fall, while debtors will find it easier to lift asset freezes

Economy 07/09/2026, 16:37

Hryvnia is up again: the dollar dropped by 3 kopecks, the euro by 19. 💵📉 Additionally, important changes are coming into force for debtors: freezes can now be applied to electronic wallets, but lifting a freeze upon repayment of a debt up to 86k UAH will become fully automatic. 🏦📝

Mass poisoning at Zadorozhne Lake: over 50 victims, mostly children

Health 07/09/2026, 16:18

A rotavirus outbreak was recorded in the Lviv region after swimming at Zadorozhne Lake. 51 people were affected, 46 of whom are children. Law enforcement has opened a criminal case, and swimming in the reservoir has been banned. 🚫🏊‍♂️🏥

Salaries in Ukraine rose by 6,000 hryvnias over the year: who earns the most

Economy 07/09/2026, 15:15

The average salary in Ukrainian job vacancies has risen by 6,000 hryvnias over the year, reaching 30,000. Leaders in income are managers, programmers, and international transport drivers. At the same time, unqualified labor is often paid at the minimum — 8,647 hryvnias. 💰📈

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